The NYT reports about a new trend in plastic surgery:
But they were both overweight and began corresponding through a diet Web site in 2001. They later met in person in Florida and their friendship grew when they discovered they both had an interest in breast-reduction surgery. They began the process together, 1,500 miles apart, with Ms. Hall having her surgery in January 2003 and Ms. Beliveau having hers a month later. “It isn’t the easiest thing to talk to your real-world friends about,” Ms. Hall said. “More than having support is having someone understand.” Among many buddy stories, Ms. Lewis, the consultant, said she has a favorite: two women who were the first and second wives of the same man. They had become chums following his death and decided to have face-lifts together.